Premium: Being Male or Female is Not a Feeling State
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Honesty and authenticity are critical when discussing identity issues. Rather than avoiding uncomfortable truths or pandering to claims that may oversimplify complex realities, fostering honest discussions can help adolescents build resilience and navigate complexities with greater confidence. Parents, educators, and professionals must strike a balance between compassion and clarity, empowering young people to understand and embrace the nuanced realities of identity.
Through informed, empathetic engagement, society can better support adolescents in exploring their identities while safeguarding their well-being and long-term health.
In this bonus episode for premium subscribers, Dr. Hakeem strongly advocates for transparency, critical thinking, and a commitment to ethical care in addressing gender dysphoria. His approach focuses on safeguarding the psychological and physical health of young people while fostering an environment where they can thoughtfully explore their identities without undue pressure.
Watch our full length episode with Dr. Az Hakeem: https://www.widerlenspod.com/p/episode-193
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